This post is about three weeks late, but it's still relevant and it relates to some upcoming posts, so I didn't want to let it waste away in my drafts folder. My blog has become focused mostly on herbalism in recent months, because that is where my current passion lies, and I am immersed in... Continue Reading →
Fire Cider & Apple Cider Vinegar: What They Do — and What They Don’t
Is it useful? Overhyped? Maybe a little of both. Apple cider vinegar has lived many lives. Pantry staple. Folk remedy. Weight loss miracle. Detox darling. The truth, as usual, sits somewhere in the middle. Let’s sort this out. Apple Cider Vinegar: The Hype vs. The Humble Reality At its core, apple cider vinegar (ACV)... Continue Reading →
DIY Ginger Syrup and Candied Ginger
I love ginger. The spicy, sweet rhizome is highly versatile in the kitchen, lending flavor and zing to almost any dish. It’s one of those common ingredients that manages to be both delicious and incredibly useful at the same time. That strange looking root offers an impressive array of benefits. Ginger has long history of... Continue Reading →
Smoothies – Are They Evil Sugar Traps?!?
So I signed up for a Pinterest account a few hours ago, and I'm finding it to be very interesting (ie. a willpower-destroying time-sucker lol). Pinterest asks you your areas of interest when you sign up, so I already had a board full of inspirational quotes, cute kitties, and an abundance of "healthy" recipes and tips when I... Continue Reading →